Joe Peitz

Born: 11/8/1869 in St. Louis, MO, USA

Died: 12/4/1919 in St. Louis, MO, USA

MLB Debut: 1894-06-28 | Final Game: 1894-07-11

Full name: Joseph Peitz

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Biography

Joe Peitz, born in 1869, was a professional baseball player who played in the late 19th century, a time characterized by the transition from the deadball era to more offensive-minded play. His career spanned a brief period from 1894 to 1906, during which he made a notable impact despite appearing in only seven games in Major League Baseball. Peitz demonstrated impressive batting prowess, finishing his career with a remarkable batting average of .423, a testament to his hitting skills in an era when offensive statistics were not as inflated as in later decades. During his brief tenure, Peitz recorded 11 hits and collected 3 RBIs, showcasing his ability to contribute offensively. His speed on the base paths was evident as he successfully stole 2 bases, highlighting his agility and potential as a position player. Although he did not hit any home runs, Peitz's overall offensive performance positioned him as a competent player in a league that was beginning to embrace more dynamic styles of play. His career, while short, remains a part of the rich tapestry of baseball history, reflecting the evolving nature of the sport during a transformative time.

Career Batting Statistics

G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	OBP	SLG	OPS	PIV
7	26	10	11	2	3	0	3	2	6	1	0.423	0.531	0.731	1.262	0.0

Career AVG .423 vs. league average .309 across their career seasons — +36.8% above league average.

Career OBP .531 vs. league average .379 across their career seasons — +40.1% above league average.

Career SLG .731 vs. league average .435 across their career seasons — +67.9% above league average.

Career OPS 1.262 vs. league average 0.814 across their career seasons — +55.0% above league average.

Season-by-Season Batting

Year	Team	Lg	G	AB	R	H	2B	3B	HR	RBI	SB	BB	SO	AVG	Lg AVG	Lg OBP	Lg SLG	Lg OPS	PIV
1894	STL	NL	7	26	10	11	2	3	0	3	2	6	1	0.423	—	—	—	—	0.0

Fielding Statistics

Career Fielding Totals by Position

Position	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
OF	7	0	17	1	4	1

Season-by-Season Fielding

Year	Team	Pos	G	GS	PO	A	E	DP
1894	SLN	OF	7	0	17	1	4	1

Career Games by Position

Position	Games
Right Field	7